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N306 PHX

1996 Carbodies Taxi/hire Car

Red Diesel 2664cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

312,556 mi
Last recorded312,556 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2016
Typical for 1996 Carbodies Taxi/hire Car273,419 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN306 PHX
MakeCarbodies
ModelTaxi/hire Car
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,664cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2016 312,556 miles

All prescribed areas underneath vehicle have signs of corrosion but not considered excessive.

Pass 27 May 2015 312,291 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Diff leaking

Pass 28 May 2014 295,217 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring slipper slightly worn (2.4.B.5)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Leaf spring slipper slightly worn (2.4.B.5)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 278,303 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 278,330 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 May 2012 256,652 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 239,436 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 222,583 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 222,583 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 May 2009 205,364 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 28 May 2008 187,102 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight brake bind near side front

Pass 6 Jun 2007 164,029 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 139,092 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 138,949 miles

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

How Reliable is the Carbodies Taxi/hire Car?

Based on 25,686 MOT tests across 5,028 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
4,528
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
5,028
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1,797
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,196
fog lamp not working 1,044
Headlamp aim too high 951
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 897
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N306 PHX is a 1996 Carbodies Taxi/hire Car in Red with a 2,664cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1996 Carbodies Taxi/hire Car models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 273,419 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Carbodies Taxi/hire Car fails its MOT is body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings, accounting for 1,797 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N306 PHX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Carbodies Taxi/hire Car typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Carbodies Taxi/hire Car is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N306 PHX registered?

N306 PHX is a 1996 Carbodies Taxi/hire Car, first registered on 13 March 1996.

Is N306 PHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N306 PHX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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